July 2011

J. Cole: Any Given Sunday EP

by Thomas July 31, 2011 Downloads

J. Cole is gearing up for the September 27 release of his debut album, Cole World: The Sideline Story by releasing some new content every Sunday until the album drops.  He’ll drop a new track, video, or as he put it “depending on how I’m feeling.”  I’m excited and interested to hearing this album. Hit [...]

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DJ House Shoes x Paul White: Rapping With Paul White – The Mixtape

by Thomas July 31, 2011 Downloads

In anticipation of Paul‘s forthcoming album, Rapping With Paul White the producer hooks up with the legendary House Shoes for this mixtape. Rapping With Paul White: The Mixtape features unreleased beats, remixes from Paul’s archives, and tracks from the album (including an exclusive remix). Peep the album’s first single here and don’t forget it drops [...]

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Drake: Headlines

by Thomas July 31, 2011 Singles

Here is the first official single from Dizzy‘s sophomore album, Take Care. I like Drake…I wish he would rap more than sing, but who am I. Stream below with linkage courtesy of Drake. Produced by Boi-1da Via OVO

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Cyclops: Asteroid M (feat e.d.g.e.) [prod by Tokyo Cigar]

by Justin July 31, 2011 Singles

Three KN.com regulars team up on this one as Cyclops enlists the help of e.d.g.e. for his single “Asteroid M” produced by Tokyo Cigar. The track will appear on The Plexiglass Fountain member’s upcoming mixtape Rap Scott Summers, which will be produced entirely by Tokyo Cigar.

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Curren$y: Televised (feat Fiend) [Music Video]

by Justin July 31, 2011 Music Videos

I felt like Weekend At Burnie’s was a little disappointing, especially after the Covert Coup project with Alchemist, but the Fiend assisted “Televised” was one of the best songs on the LP in my opinion. Hopefully Spitta’s next project will be more in line with what he brought on Pilot Talk 1 & 2.

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AP.9 (of Mob Figaz): Fa The Mob [Music Video]

by Justin July 31, 2011 Music Videos

Bay Area emcee AP.9 drops the music video for this joint “Fa The Mob” off his latest project. The Mob Figaz member’s double LP is in stores now.

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Fat Tony: Home [Music Video]

by Justin July 31, 2011 Music Videos

Fat Tony links up with director Edwin Terrell to release the music video for his cut “Home” produced by Tom Cruz. the track appears on the Houston emcee’s album RABDARGAB, which is available now.

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Mr. Marcelo: Road Runner (feat Jerkaman) [Music Video]

by Justin July 31, 2011 Music Videos

New Orleans emcee & former No Limit artist Mr. Marcelo gives the visual treatment to his single “Road Runner” featuring Jerkaman. The track appears on Curren$y’s older brother’s new tape 48 Laws Of Power, which dropped earlier this month.

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Pete Marriott: The Champ Is Here Remix Contest

by Kevin July 31, 2011 Contests

Unfortunately after the posting of this contest, we have had to remove it because of reasons beyond our control. We at KevinNottingham.com apologize to those that downloaded the files and were preparing to work on the remix. At this time, we do not know if the contest will be re-run or not.

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Kurious: High Noon [prod by DJ Puerto-Roc]

by Kevin July 31, 2011 Singles

Brand new track, exclusive here at KevinNottingham.com from Kurious produced by Canibus DJ and HiPNOTT Records producer DJ Puerto-Roc. Both Kurious and Puerto-Roc will be performing at today’s Rocksteady 34th Anniversary event. So if you’re there, check them out.

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Nick Reid: Rollin’ [prod by D.G.S] (Final/Mastered Version)

by Kevin July 31, 2011 Singles

Nick Reid drops the final version of his previously released single Rollin’ about a relationship gone sour and a man breaking free after feeling trapped from the suicidal threats of his once significant other.  He tapped D.G.S for some really smooth production to make a song you could not only ride too, but reflect on. via keepourdreams.

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Bilal: US Tour Announcement x Remix Album

by Justin July 31, 2011 News

The Soulquarians’ own Bilal is embarking on a US Tour, which you can check out the dates for on the above flyer. Look out for an interview with the singer/songwriter from Arasia after his stop in Chicago on September 5th. In addition to this tour, Bilal has announced that a remix album of his Airtight’s Revenge [...]

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Bridget Kelly: Thinking About Forever

by Kevin July 31, 2011 Soulful Sundays

I fell in love with Bridget Kelly after I heard her fill in for Alicia Keys on “Empire State of Mind” with Jay-Z on his tour. Here’s her debut single on Roc Nation, “Thinking About Forever”. This track caused a bit on controversy this past week as the original Frank Ocean reference track leaked online [...]

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Joi Starr: Broccoli & Noodles [Mixtape]

by Kevin July 31, 2011 Mixtapes

Since J Rizzle left KN a few weeks back, Soulful Sundays haven’t been as active as they used to be. but we’re trying to maintain, no doubt. Here’s a smooth mixtape from Joi Starr, hosted by Don Cannon, which dropped back in May.

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Roy Ayers Project Teaser

by Justin July 31, 2011 Coming Soon

  Tall Black Guy provides the back drop for this teaser of the upcoming Roy Ayers Project documentary. DJ Premier, Ski Beats, Curren$y, Stalley, HouseShoes and more discuss the influence of the legendary Roy Ayers in this clip.

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Stik Figa & D/Will: Space Madness x Sheepskin

by Thomas July 30, 2011 Singles

Stik Figa & D/Will drop their fourth project, Crown & Coke, on August 16. Here’s the second single, “Space Madness.” “Space Madness” below and “Sheepskin” via 2DB underneath. Space Madness by Stik Figa x D/WILL

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Strong Arm Steady: Gangsta’s (feat. Kobe) [Music Video]

by Thomas July 29, 2011 Singles

Latest video from Strong Arm Steady off their Arms & Hammers album. Arms & Hammers is available now [iTunes, UGHH, & Amazon].

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Nemo Achida: Big Lights, Deep Shades [Extended Version]

by Justin July 29, 2011 Singles
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If you downloaded Nemo Achida’s outstanding Goodbye Brooklyn EP, you got to hear a snippet of the track “Big Lights, Deep Shades” on the project. Now the Kentucky emcee has release the full, extended version of the track for you to enjoy. If you’d like a preview of the upcoming video for the song, you [...]

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Killah Priest: Listen To Me

by Justin July 29, 2011 Singles

730 hit us with “Listen To Me”, an official leak off Killah Priest’s highly anticipated The Psychic World Of Walter Reed. No release date has been set yet, but look for the longtime Wu-Tang affiliate’s double LP to arrive in the fall.

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Retrospek: Chem Trails

by Justin July 29, 2011 Singles

Boston trio Retrospek returns with a new single called “Chem Trails” produced, as usual, by group member Rah Intelligence. If you missed it, make sure you check out the group’s video for “Da Happenings” that dropped a few weeks ago. Chem Trails by Retrospek

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